Ask Ashe Birthday Giveaway

I used to love birthdays – like really love them.
I planned the biggest parties – usually dress-up themed events and got totally out of hand.
Fast forward a few years and now the hangovers are too hard to bear, so they’re a little more civilised.
But that doesn’t mean I don’t like presents!!!!!

Yoh, it’s funny how often people say I’m hard to buy for and yet I think I’m the easiest person ever?!
I mean this blog is pretty much a laundry list of the stuff I love and wish I could have – maybe my taste is too expensive ;)

But as much as I like getting, I love giving even more – I’m cool like that…
So to celebrate a big milestone this year I’m giving you the presents in my birthday month!

I work with some incredible brands and talented designers who have all been so generous with their sponsorship of prizes for this giveaway – thank you to them all! There’s going to be one very lucky person walking away with over R12 000 in prizes, PLUS I will be giving away spot prizes throughout the month as well, so you’ll need to keep an eye on the facebook page for those.

So what’s up for grabs?
Here goes:
Yep, I told you there would be a lucky person!
One person will win ALL of those prizes, worth over R12 000, compliments of Ask Ashe and all these amazing sponsors:

A hamper of goodies from Sage Cafe & Deliand you never know, there might be some other lucky surprises up my sleeve during the month!

So let’s cut to the chase and tell you how to enter: [GIVEAWAY CLOSED] Won by Kim Roberts.
It’s super simple – to stand a chance of winning the main winner-takes-all prize, all you have to do is complete the Rafflecopter entry form below. It’s mandatory to leave a comment on this post telling me where you are reading this post from – the rest of the entry options will get you extra entries, but are not mandatory.

Please note:
* The winner-takes-all competition runs from 1st – 30th 29th November at midnight.
* Only entries submitted via the Rafflecopter form will be counted as entries towards the main winner-takes-all prize. It is mandatory to leave a comment on this blog giveaway post.
* The rest of the rafflecopter entry options will get you extra entries in the draw, but are not mandatory.
* Rafflecopter allows one winner to be fairly drawn at random.
* Only entries submitted on the Ask Ashe facebook page when individual spot prizes are given away, will count as entries towards those prizes.
* Each spot prize will have a different date to enter by and this info will be explained in each facebook post.
* Once winner is announced for the main prize they will have 10 working days to claim the prizes, or they will be forfeited and another winner chosen.
* Winner names and email addresses will be given to the sponsors – prizes will be sent to winners by the sponsors directly and Ask Ashe accepts no responsibility in getting them to the winner.
* Winner names will be published on the blog and facebook.
* Winners will be contacted by email for the main prize and via facebook for spot prizes.
* No whinging and whining if you don’t check your email or facebook – final winner decisions are final.

Tammy Perry

30th November 2015 at 9:47 PM

Tried leaving a comment the other day but didn’t want to work from the ipad! Came to post my comment from the computer only to see that the giveaway closed last night! Nooooo! Please don’t disqualify me! I’m reading from Joburg but my heart and soul at the beach in Durbs!

Cathy Badenhorst

29th November 2015 at 11:28 PM

reading this from your website via FB, what an amazing generous giveaway.

Happy Birthday and wishing you all the success you deserve :)

I am from Amanzimtoti in KZN. I love animals, the beach, camping and adventures in the Drakensberg and Natal Midlands, love finding new places to eat and enjoy spending time with my family and friends.

Daniela Cardoso

29th November 2015 at 11:19 PM

Happy Birthday and thanks for such an amazeballs giveaway!!

I am from the south coast kzn and I love everything about kzn from the mountains to the beaches. I spend my weekends at the beach wither walking the dogs, swimming and surfing – love surfing at Durban beach…best place in the world!

Nina

Melissa Lotter

27th November 2015 at 8:29 AM

I’m reading this from my office at work in Pretoria! I stumbled upon it (luckily) because it seems the IT department gave us full access to the internet :) I need all these things in my life before I get marched to HR!

What a beautiful month to celebrate your birthday. I absolutely love your blog, its always so much fun reading your posts. Reading your posts always put a smile on my face. I also think we both have a great love for beautiful sneakers. Hope you had an amazing birthday month.

P.s I have to say you always take the most magnificent photos, absolutely stunning.

Nicola muir

Danielle Carrilho

25th November 2015 at 5:58 PM

I’m an East Coast girl from Durban – grew up in Westville then left for Portugal with my family. We couldn’t do it, we all missed Durban so much we came back after a few years. Ever since I have had a complete love affair with this city… and to be honest I have no plans on leaving either! In closing as a fellow November baby (conceived in February – the love month) we both know what it’s like to love where we come from and everything around us.

Liz

20th November 2015 at 1:12 PM

Happy Birthday and CONGRATS to you both on your engagement, that’s so exciting!!! I’m reading this at Eshowe Sports Club of all places haha, a temporary interlude until I’m back in Durban next month! Lots of love xx

Halima Shaik

20th November 2015 at 11:13 AM

Good Morning Ashe :),a big hig 5 on your birthday,woopaahhh here’s to many more years to come.a big thank you to the amazing sponsors for the awesome prizes,I’m accessing and reading your blog daily from my mobile,love your content,keeps me informed and updated always!

Lori Darroch

Kim de Villiers

20th November 2015 at 8:28 AM

Hi there,

Just saw your giveaway on Facebook through one of my favourite shops, Mono! I’m an Interior Decorator based in Somerset West so love all things Decor and rather enjoy a bit of fashion & food as well! Glad I found your blog (-:

Beauty Shout Box

Julie Ann Kreusch

18th November 2015 at 9:58 AM

Happy birthday Nicola Ashe, here’s to many more to come. #Fabulous blog I like a lot thanks for all the tips always keeping it real. Good luck to all. Psssst I’ve been a good girl this whole year. Santa could just drop this fantastic prize of by me. ?

Haseena

Kim Jones

11th November 2015 at 3:28 PM

Hi, I’m Kim, I live in the Midlands and I saw your post about the Rondavel burner and thought, ‘hey I know them!’ I’d LURVE to get my hands on all those delicious and beautiful goodies, what treats and treasures you have found! Impeccable taste!

Jackie K

Kelly Hansen

11th November 2015 at 2:14 PM

First and foremost… HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
I am also a November baby – cannot deny we are the best!
I saw this post on Facebook and decided to try my luck (holding fingers and toes) as every prize matches at least one of my family members personalities and I would love to share this with them!
Well done for all the hard work that was put into this!
I am reading from the very dry KZN Midlands. Mooi River to be more specific. We need rain!
Have a lovely day and all the best for your birthday!

Where do I start – I stalk your website daily and always look to this page for inspiration and events happening around us. I also adore your house interior taste and often get ideas for my own home, through you.
Wishing you an incredibly Happy Birthday!

Astrid Julies

11th November 2015 at 9:11 AM

I am reading your blogs at home, in bed, in the car when its not my week to provide transport, during breakfast, lunch and supper – as well as during the too often snacks…..at work!!! Your blog are simply are best!!!!
Happy Birthday Nicola Ashe…wishing you an awesome one.

Toyah

10th November 2015 at 9:38 PM

Happy happy! I’m reading from my couch in Jozi, it’s blistering hot here and water is running scarce, I wish I was in sunny but drizzly Durban, I’m staying positive and holding thumbs that the system calls my name! Wishing you many more awesome years ahead! Xxx

Sarah

7th November 2015 at 7:07 AM

Quite a few years ago I looked you up when I first moved to Durban and wanted to find out about restaurant ladies night specials! Now your instagram pics keep me updated with far more interesting things than Durban’s ladies nights! So, Thank you!

Janet

6th November 2015 at 11:35 AM

Hello and Happy Birthday! I am from a little rural place in KZN called Richmond :-) We have family 45 minutes away in Durban and when we need to get our fix of sun and sea, that’s where we head! I love birthday presents too although I try to act calm, cool and collected on my birthday and Christmas but inside I’m screaming and jumping like a kid hee hee, I wonder if I’ll still do that when I’m a granny ha ha ha. I hope you get lots of amazing gifts during your birthday month and not only on the day, have fun and enjoy every moment and thank you for sharing ;-) Warm regards, Janet

Ayesha

Happy, happy!! I’m Charlene and I live in Cape Town. My life is my little girl and when she allows, and when I am not working or blogging, I like to spend time in nature or drink wine with my best friends. Oh, and dance with my husband. Much love x

Ang

Lindsey

4th November 2015 at 8:46 AM

Hello! I am Lindsey from Cape Town. I love pizza and chocolate. I love adventure and nature. I am vegetarian and a huge Harry Potter fan. I guess you could say I love randomness haha :)
This looks like an awesome giveaway and I am so excited!!

Ali perks

Lynnith Andreou

3rd November 2015 at 9:15 PM

Hi there, what an amazing selection! Love reading your stuff, and love living in our city of Durban! I love art, music and all creatures fluffy ( except tarantulas) yikes, and I looove the deep blue sea! My days are absorbed by a hive of activity which comes with having 3 energetic byiung boys! X

sheri

happy birthday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! EEEEEEEEEK So exciting .. you have to love a birthday month!!
My name is Cleo and i am a blue haired Boardgame loving, StarWars obsessed Geek Girl and in my spare time i create of hand-painted shoes, custom quilts & personalised cushions.

rochelle rae

3rd November 2015 at 11:56 AM

Happy birthday to you! :D What a rad giveaway.
Reading this post from the 031. This would be the perfect engagement gift as I’m newly engaged to my other half that I met on Tinder ;) Plus, I have quit smoking for 30 days AND I think I deserve an award ;)

Tara van Dyk

Megs Hartwig

3rd November 2015 at 9:22 AM

Happy birthday! Reading all the way from East London in the Eastern Cape. I am a dreamer, hopeless romantic and I have my heart firmly fixed on my sleeve. Beautiful music lots of laughter are a few of the things that make my heart tick❥

Elizabeth V

3rd November 2015 at 9:21 AM

Ah!!! Pick me, pick me!! A while back we wanted to eat at the Oysterbox but it was too expensive. We would love to be able to dine there. Oh, and the rest of the stuff in the prize. Gorgeous, stunning. Rafflecopter, pick me!!

Leoni

Jaqi Pierrot

2nd November 2015 at 3:45 PM

Happy happy days Nicola…although be it 1 day early :) Hope its a wonderful day, week & year for you in your new solo work ventures & abode. Reading this in the garden appreciating home after getting back home from work travels to China…lazy days with sun shining & good reads…cannot beat! x

Chanelle

2nd November 2015 at 7:35 AM

Happy birthday fellow Scorpio. Wishing you many more successful years & joyous birthday celebrations, even if that means giving. I love the fact that I’ve been following this blog since its inception & watching it grow has been phenomenal! High five!

Verushka

Carina Tolken

1st November 2015 at 8:41 PM

Love reading your blog – you are my go to girl for all the latest, fab, happening hot spots! You have so much talent and creativity, it’s so unfair – lol! Lying in bed in Umgeni Park reading your blog whilst my son is snoring next to me xxx

Deborah Staphorst

Deborah Staphorst

1st November 2015 at 6:12 PM

Ashe this blog is my “go to” blog and I have told every person I know that if u want to know about Durban the most passionate blog is #AskeAshe. You rock and the prize looks amazing. May the best woman/man win.

Dawn W

Maja

1st November 2015 at 5:31 PM

Hi Nicola, must be a Scorpio thing to spoil others on our birthdays. I always spend wayyyy too much on making the celebrations awesome for others but it makes me so happy to do it! Happy birthday to all the Scorpio Sisters from uhmlanga rocks x

Maja

1st November 2015 at 5:26 PM

Hi Nicola, might be a “Scorpio” thing, I give parties, gifts and go to wayyyy too much trouble for others on my birthday, but it makes me so happy to do it! Happy birthday to all us Scorpio Sisters from uhmlanga rocks x

Vee Bruintjies

Kirsty

1st November 2015 at 2:06 PM

I absolutely love your blog and the awesome gems you discover in SA – living in a small town of Pietermaritzburg you help me keep up to date with what’s happening and a great place to source new online shopping spots. Really hope I win your prize ☺️

About Ask Ashe

Brand Consultant + Editor

I’m Nicola Ashe - ad exec turned brand consultant, who quit the rat race in 2014, so I could finally breathe again. I live in Durban, South Africa with my husband and 4 rescue dogs and run Ask Ashe as a brand consulting business, helping people create and curate their own brands. But it's also my little space on the web, where I've shared design, decor, food, travel or lifestyle snippets since 2009.